2009 Ford Focus Electrical System Problems
- 37
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- Ignition · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 10 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 2 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
My ignition is not working. I turn the key over and over and over and the car won't start. The lights come on, the battery is charged, the air works, but the vehicle won't start. I used to be able to get it started but i now have blisters on my hand from trying to start this car.
ODI 11268271
Electrical System
Third time having a problem with ignition switch! Car will turn on but won't start, costing more to fix than the car is worth.
ODI 11234649
Electrical System
Putting key in ignition doesn't always start the car...i've had to tow my car home after trying for 30 minutes. Only to have it start when my husband tried. Its been an issue ever since he bought it. Currently hasn't been driven in 2 days because of this.
ODI 11113475
Electrical System
Ignition not working properly.key has to be turned several times to start car when parked.
ODI 11142604
Electrical System
Insert key, turn to start, will not start, have to push in key hard for the ignition to start car
ODI 11079064
Electrical System
Ignition switch worn parts, common complaint recall earlier models, problem persists in 2009 focus. Warrants recall and ford fix.
ODI 11031687
Electrical System
The ignition ,at times dose not start car. Battery stays charged.
ODI 11042964
Air Bags · Electrical System · Wheels
Air bag light is stuck on randomly makes a "dinging" sound. Tires continue to wear out at a rapid speed, ignition switch will get stuck an engine will not turn over-can't find a cause. And the a/c stopped working this week, mechanic looking for a leak unable to figure out these issues and why they all started with in past month. Each problem they can't find solutions or tell me it's probably a sensor or the heat.…
ODI 11012457
Electrical System
The doors become locked and you cannot open them from the inside or outside. All unlocking devices to unlock the doors will not unlock them. Took to a mechanic and he got locked inside the car and could not get out. This is an extremely hazardous situation.
ODI 11015369
Electrical System
The ignition switch is very difficult to turn or start the car. If i do not play with the steering will it will not start. I don't think that it should be this hard to start a car.
ODI 11056785
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
Rear doors are jammed or stuck on lock, for no reason. Power locks will not unlock them and doing so manually does not work either. These doors cannot be opened from the inside nor the outside. My child locks are not on. I also keep my car dust free and lubricated. This could be a huge safety concern if i were to get into an accident and were to be locked in my car. My car should be able to be unlocked and locked…
ODI 10939833
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
Rear door locks appear to be jammed or permanently locked. Will not unlock with power locks or manually. This happened randomly out of nowhere. My drivers side door handle also broke so i am only able to use one door on my vehicle right now. The rear doors will not open from inside or outside hence why i said they appear to be jammed for no reason. This is a huge safety concern if i were to be in an accident and get…
ODI 10939828
Electrical System
All 4 door latches and locks do not work correctly. Very dangerous!!! I can't get out or get in through any doors at times. It's different every day. They won't open with fob or manually. I see there are thousands of people with the same problem. Recall and get this fixed before someone gets killed because they can't get out!!!!!!
ODI 11000935
Electrical System
Okay the vehicle is 2009 but only has 58,000 miles. Sometimes i have difficulty inserting the key into the ignition and trying to start car. I sometimes have to try and jiggle the steering wheel. Yesterday i turned the vehicle off , took the keys out of the ignition, opened the door to exit the car and the alarm or warning wouldn't shut off. I got back in the car, shut the door, it still wouldn't shut off, so i put…
ODI 10863282
Electrical System
Sometimes the car doesn't crank or start and it has happened around 6 times since we bought the car in 2011. It isn't the battery because i have just replaced it but seems like the ignition switch or cylinder is the problem. Any help would be appreciated
ODI 10795334
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
The car had been running perfect then after a motor mount was replaced the car started then went dead immediately. The car will turn over but it isn't firing right now it gave no warning. The computer read a throttle actuator trouble code and that's all. The car will keep turning over after i release the key it has not done this before now we had some trouble with the ignition locking up and we have to turn it…
ODI 10763403
Electrical System
At approx. 50,000 miles the ignition switch was difficult to turn eventually unable to turn key over. Had a new switch installed and now six months later it's starting to go out again. Very poor quality switch.
ODI 10817282
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Driving on freeway at steady 70mph, engine dropped to idle speed. No prior indication of trouble. Vehicle was slowing down. Wrench light was on. Accelerator pedal had no effect. I put in the clutch pedal, and coasted until i reached an area area where i could pull off to the side. This was in a tight construction area. Fortunately, i was in the right lane and not near other vehicles at the time of the incident.…
ODI 10747435
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 ford focus. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the turn signal was activated and failed to respond. In addition, the brake light became inoperative. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 98,101.
ODI 10693279
Electrical System
Tl*the contact owns a 2009 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the ignition actuator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.
ODI 10678503
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford focus. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The contact mentioned that while having the repairs performed, the technician notified him that the ignition housing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…
ODI 10808016
Electrical System
On hot days, the ford focus intermittently will not start after shutting off the engine. It takes 30-45 minutes before the car stops again. The engine does not turn over, it acts as though the starter motor is going out. Ford is unable to reproduce this while in the shop, so they are unable to fix it. Investigating, i see that there are a lot of people experiencing the same issue on the internet for 2000-2012…
ODI 10640424
Air Bags · Electrical System · Ignition
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford focus. The contact stated that the key failed to turn in the ignition. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer. The technician diagnosed that the ignition switch, ignition cylinder and the housing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The vin was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 147,000. Updated…
ODI 10614909
Electrical System
Going 75 mph when car lost power. Pulled over and restarted seems to work fine until it happens again. Luckily it has only happened when i'm going to work early in the morning when there is less traffic. *tr
ODI 10593982
Electrical System · Engine
I have a 2009 ford focus. When turning on the vehicle one morning a wrench light was on and pressing on the gas there was no acceleration. When taking it to mechanic i was told it was the p2111 and the throttle cap was stuck open. This is a known ford problem and the escape had them recalled already. The car only has 26,000 miles on it and was a 3 year warranty unfortunately not covered. *js
ODI 10585562
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